The proposed legislation, General Assembly Raised Bill No. 7084, aims to establish a working group tasked with developing an economic development and tourism plan specifically for the greater Mystic area, which encompasses the towns of Groton and Stonington. The plan will focus on several key areas, including proposals for expanding tourist destinations, examining transportation options to alleviate traffic congestion, analyzing alternatives to reduce parking and traffic pressure, and considering recommendations from a previous working group's final report. The working group will consist of various members, including officials from the General Assembly, the Commissioner of Transportation, local elected officials, and representatives from local traffic authorities.
The bill outlines the structure and responsibilities of the working group, including the appointment of members, the selection of chairpersons, and the timeline for initial meetings and reporting. All appointments must be made within thirty days of the bill's passage, and the group is required to submit a report with recommendations for legislation by February 1, 2026. The working group will dissolve upon submitting this report or on the specified date, whichever is later. The bill introduces new legal language to establish this working group and its functions, while no deletions from current law are specified.